Sakib : why do you read it? You can read a Bengali novel instead of it.
Monir : Of course. Ill take you there and do everything in this regard.
You want your teacher to tell you about the importance of learning
English.
Myself: Excuse me, sir! Would you tell me about the importance of learning English?
Teacher: Oh sure! Thats a nice question.
Myself: Why is English very important?
Teacher: It is an international language. It is used as mother language in many countries. It is also used as official and
semi-official language almost all of the countries in the world.
Myself: Would it be helpful for our daily life?
Teacher: Why not? It is essential for taking higher education and getting good job and better salaries.
Myself : Is it very necessary for the students?
Teacher: Sure, it helps the students to make over confidence and build up their skill.
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Myself: Is it very helpful for taking higher education?
Teacher: Nice question. It is very important for taking higher education because all the books of the university and medical
college are written in English.
Myself: Nice sir. Would it support us to develop our nation?
Teacher: Oh sure, if you can develop your skill by acquiring much knowledge of English, your nation will be
developed automatically.
Myself: Sir, thanks a lot for your valuable information.
Teacher: You are most welcome. I wish your good luck.
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succeed in mainstream English speaking countries. Working knowledge of the English language
can create many opportunities in international markets and regions.
International Language
English is the fourth most widely spoken native language in the world, and in terms of sheer
number of speakers, it is the most spoken official language in the world. It is the primary
language used in international affairs. The English language has official status even in nations
where it is not the primary spoken language. English is indisputably the primary language of
global trade and commerce. In many countries, most tourism authorities and other officials in
contact with the public speak English to interact and engage with tourists and immigrants.
Digital Age
While progress has been made in language-translation software and allied technologies, the
primary language of the ubiquitous and all-influential World Wide Web is English. English is
typically the language of latest-version applications and programs and new freeware,
shareware, peer-to-peer, social media networks and websites. Software manuals, hardware-
installation guides and product fact sheets of popular consumer electronics and entertainment
devices usually are available in English first before being made available in other languages.
Higher Learning
In universities and colleges in Great Britain, the Unites States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
and Singapore, which attract the most number of international students, the primary language
of instruction is English. Most of the top business schools, medical centers and advanced-study
institutes are located in North America and Great Britain, and English is the language used in
every activity at these institutions of higher learning. Most peer-to-peer journals and technical
periodicals that give international acclaim to scientists, engineers, technologists, and
technocrats are printed in English.
Anglo-Saxon Influence
The influence of the United States and Great Britain on political affairs and international
relations for the past 100 years has ensured the proliferation and acceptance of English as the
primary spoken language in many countries. The widespread acceptance of American pop
culture also has contributed to the primacy of the English language. A working knowledge of
English is important for diplomats and high-ranking officials in such major countries as
Germany, Japan, France, South Korea, Brazil, Italy, and Russia so they can better understand
the nuance and craft of global affairs and international diplomacy.
Job Opportunities
Knowing English opens job and employment opportunities in many countries and markets.
Multilateral institutions and agencies in the four United Nation cities of New York, Vienna, The
Hague and Geneva recruit professionals with multilingual skills but also expect the candidates
to have good English-speaking skills. The Commonwealth of Nations, made up of 50-plus
countries that were former British colonies or dependencies, also offers numerous employment
opportunities to those who understand and communicate in English.
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Parker: Hello James. You always obtain highest marks in English. Whats the secret of your
success?
James : No secret, Parker. I always practice English. I also like to speak English whenever I have
scope.
Parker: Would you please tell me how I can improve my English?
James : Sure Parker. For this, you have to learn some words everyday to make your vocabulary
strong. You should note words and necessary phrases in a note book with their meanings.
Parker: What else?
James : You should read English news paper and listen to TV news in English daily and note the
difficult words, terms, phrases and sentences in the note book.
Parker: Yes, very important. Carry on, please.
James : Whenever you get scope, you should speak in English with your friends, family
members or others. You should also practice free hand writing everyday on different familiar or
common topics of our daily life.
Parker: Any other suggestion?
James : Nowadays, as learning aid, CD and Video tutorials are also available in the market. You
can try them if you wish. And you must have patience. In this way you must improve your skill
in English day by day.
Parker: OK James. I think your suggestions will be of great use to me to have command over
English. Thank you so much.
James : Youre always welcome.
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Camelia: Hi Eliana, I was looking for you for a long time.
Eliana : Whats the matter, Camelia?
Camelia: Lets sit under that tree.
Eliana : Now, tell any problem?
Camelia: Frankly speaking, Im frustrated with English. I know you are quite good at this
language. Would you kindly tell me how I can improve my English?
Eliana : Oh, sure, dear. You cant improve your English overnight. For this you have to have
patience.
Camelia: Im ready to sacrifice, Eliana.
Eliana : First, you have to learn some words everyday to make your vocabulary strong.
Camelia: Next?
Eliana : You should read English news paper and listen to TV news in English daily and note the
difficult words, terms, phrases and sentences in a note book with their meanings.
Camelia: Really important. Carry on please.
Eliana : You have to practice free hand writing and speaking with others everyday by applying
your earned knowledge. Camelia: Isnt grammar necessary?
Eliana : Yes, you have to learn the essential grammatical rules to make your writing accurate. In
this way you are sure to improve your skill in English day by day.
Camelia: Oh, Eliana, youve really removed my tension with English.
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Eliana : If you find any problem in course of your practice dont hesitate to ask me. I must help
you.
Camelia: OK, my Eliana. Its very kind of you.